Travel the World Confidently - Solo Travel for Women Over 40
Are you a woman over 40 who keeps putting off the trip you really want to take? I'm Angela — solo traveler, Colorado explorer, and travel coach. This podcast is for women over 40 who are done waiting and ready to finally go. Each episode covers solo travel tips, USA trip planning, and the confidence to travel alone — honest, warm, and practical. You don't have to be fearless. You just have to want to go. New episodes weekly. Free Solo Travel Starter Kit at traveltheworldconfidently.com When you're ready to plan your trip, book a free 30-minute coaching call. I'd love to help.
Episodes
Have you ever noticed that you feel perfectly fine during your vacation… only to come home with a sore throat or cold a few days later?
You're not alone. After another recent trip left me feeling under the weather, I started paying closer attention to the habits that may help me stay healthier while traveling. In this episode, I'm sharing what I've learned, what I already do, what I forgot on this trip, and the simple changes...
Have you been dreaming about taking a solo trip but aren't quite ready to travel far from home?
The good news is you don't have to. One of the best ways to build confidence as a solo traveler is to practice close to home.
In this episode of Travel the World Confidently, I'm sharing simple ways to gain solo travel experience without booking a cross-country flight. From exploring your own city to taking day trips and staycations, these...
Thinking about taking your first solo trip, but not sure where to go?
Colorado is one of my favorite destinations for beginner solo travelers because it offers the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, flexibility, and confidence-building experiences.
In this episode, I share five reasons why Colorado is such a great place to start your solo travel journey. From easy transportation and beginner-friendly destinations to scenic drives...
Packing for a solo trip isn't just about fitting everything into a suitcase. It's about feeling prepared, confident, and ready for the unexpected.
In this episode, I'm sharing what I pack when I travel alone, the mistakes I made when I used to overpack, and why carrying less actually helps me feel safer and more confident while traveling.
🎙️ In this episode
• Why overpacking can create more stress
• The essential items I never...
In this episode, Angela interviews Mari Wuellner , coach and founder of the Crew Life Coaching Collective, about the importance of giving yourself permission to prioritize self-care, travel, and your own well-being.
After experiencing severe burnout following years of overworking, Mari reached a breaking point that ultimately changed the way she approached life, rest, and personal fulfillment.
Together, they discuss why so many women...
In this episode, Angela talks with Laura Rahn, a retired educator and certified family travel coach, about creating more enjoyable and meaningful family vacations, especially when traveling with older children and adult kids.
Laura shares practical strategies for planning trips that balance diverse personalities, interests, budgets, and expectations, helping families stay connected rather than stressed. She explains why communicatio...
In this episode, Angela interviews Gina Cambridge, a travel coach, travel experience host, and founder of Wanderlust Solo Women Tours and Wanderlust Travel Coaching. Gina shares how solo travel can help women rediscover themselves later in life and step into a new season of confidence, independence, and personal growth.
Together, they discuss how solo travel is no longer just for younger travelers, and why more women over 40 are usi...
In this episode, Angela talks with Robin Finney, a coach and speaker who helps women build confidence and deeper connections through travel and photography. Together, they discuss how travel photography can become more than just taking pictures it can be a meaningful way to document personal growth, memories, and self-confidence while traveling solo.
Robin shares practical tips for capturing better travel photos, including how to fe...
In this episode, Angela talks with Kitsy Higgins about her solo trip to Paris and how she worked through the fears that often hold women back from traveling alone, especially later in life.
Kitsy shares how she moved past intimidation by preparing intentionally, saving money, and building confidence before her trip. She discusses the importance of acknowledging fear instead of ignoring it, and how taking small steps can make solo tr...
In this episode, Angela interviews Alyssa Nogaski, certified travel coach and founder of Solo Girl Wanders, about how women can overcome fear and finally start solo travel.
They discuss the most common fears that hold women back, including safety concerns, decision fatigue, and the belief that you need to wait for the “perfect” time to travel. Alyssa explains why that perfect moment often never comes, and how small, inte...
Been thinking about your first solo trip, but something keeps stopping you? This episode is for you.
Angela shares 10 essential tips for women, including safety, confidence, managing loneliness, and realistic expectations, to help you travel alone with clarity and confidence.
If you've been thinking about taking your first solo trip but feel unsure or overwhelmed, this episode offers grounded advice and encouragement to help you take...
In this episode, Angela interviews Tanja Degitz, a digital nomad who shares her journey of navigating travel while managing anxiety, chronic pain, and burnout. Tanja introduces the concept of creating an “inner home”—a sense of safety, calm, and self-awareness that you can carry with you no matter where you are in the world.
Tanja shares practical strategies for managing both emotional and physical discomfort while...
Not ready for a full solo trip? Learn how traveling during your spouse’s work trip can help you ease into solo travel, build confidence, and explore independently without the stress of planning everything alone.
For women who feel overwhelmed by planning a full solo trip, this option offers a supportive middle ground. Angela explains how this type of travel provides a built-in safety net, while still giving you the freedom to ...
In this episode, Angela interviews Suzanne Noble, a UK-based podcast host and serial entrepreneur, who shares her experience with solo travel and digital nomad life for women over 40.
Suzanne offers practical advice for planning solo trips, including how to research destinations using tools like Nomad List and online communities, and how to connect with expat groups and fellow travelers. She emphasizes the importance of preparation ...
Malia Yoshioka, a freelance food and travel writer who has traveled solo to 43 countries, shares how bringing your personal interests, like food, language, and culture, can make solo travel more rewarding and social.
She explains how connecting with locals, participating in shared experiences while exploring a new city, tasting local cuisine, or learning a new language, this conversation gives practical tips for bridging the gap bet...
Nicky Yazbek shares solo travel safety tips, packing advice, and lessons from years of exploring the world alone. Perfect for women traveling solo who want confidence, preparation, and peace of mind.
In this episode, Nicky emphasizes the importance of trusting your intuition and listening to your nervous system for safety. She shares practical strategies, including how to store money and valuables, avoid late-night arrivals, and rec...
Why are so many women over 40 traveling solo? Angela explores life transitions, healing, identity shifts, and the moment many women realize it’s finally time to take the trip.
In this episode, Angela explores the deeper reasons women begin solo travel later in life. From life transitions like divorce, empty nests, or losing a spouse, to healing, rediscovering identity, and realizing that time truly matters, many women reach a ...
Is solo travel only for extroverts? What if you’re quiet, anxious, or unsure you’re “ready” to go alone?
In this episode, I’m joined by Kerri Leigh, who went from being an anxious waitress to completely transforming her life through solo travel. Now living her dream life in Mexico, Kerri shares how introverts can not only handle solo travel but actually thrive in it.
We talk about the myth that solo trav...
I spoke with a flight attendant and Mom Julieta Duvall, who shared practical travel-planning tips to help you travel more comfortably and confidently. From smart packing strategies and navigating airport logistics to managing your energy while traveling, this conversation focuses on creating personalized travel experiences that actually fit your life.
🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:
- How to communicate clearly when traveling with...
What if you stopped planning trips based on what everyone else says you “have to see”… and started planning around how you actually want to feel?
Instead of building trips around crowded checklists, we share how to reverse engineer your dream trip by focusing on personal preferences, meaningful experiences, and alignment.
This conversation will shift how you think about travel planning!
🎙️ In this episode we talk a...
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